Community Fundraising Operations Manager

Job Description:

• Oversee and manage event execution for all community fundraising events nationwide.
• Manage the overall events budget, tracking expenses to support strategic financial planning.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve standard operating procedures (SOPs), toolkits and playbooks to standardize execution and streamline processes.
• Manage event timelines, vendor relationships, contracts, logistics, and record-keeping for all assigned fundraising initiatives.
• Provide infrastructure and operational support to the CF team and volunteer leaders nationwide.
• Collaborate with Marcom and other internal teams to support event promotion and execution.
• Oversee event-related data management within the CRM, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and accessibility for reporting and analysis.
• Manage fulfillment of sponsor benefits, including recognition, hospitality, and deliverables, to maintain strong partner relationships.
• Supervise staff and interns, providing guidance, project oversight, and support to achieve team goals.
• Advise senior leadership on operational improvements, process efficiencies, and budget planning.
• Oversee event materials, inventory, and distribution across markets.
• Provide on-site operational leadership and support at events as needed.

Requirements:

• 3–5+ years of experience in event operations, peer-to-peer fundraising, or nonprofit program management.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Experience managing budgets, vendors (including RFP), and contracts.
• Excellent contract negotiating skills with demonstrated cost-saving success.
• Proficiency with CRM systems and data management best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and with external stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to delivering high-quality, mission-driven work.
• Ability to travel as needed and lift up to 30 pounds for event support.

Benefits:

• Healthcare benefits are available for this role.

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